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	With just an hour’s drive, though, they could also visit the misty, pine-covered peaks of the Cuyamaca Mountains and Cleveland National Forest or the vast, arid expanse of the Anza-Borrego Desert.		With just an hour’s drive, though, they could also visit the misty, pine-covered peaks of the Cuyamaca Mountains and Cleveland National Forest or the vast, arid expanse of the Anza-Borrego Desert.
	This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of choices of ways to connect with nature.		This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of choices of ways to connect with nature.

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	With just an hour’s drive, though, they could also visit the misty, pine-covered peaks of the Cuyamaca Mountains and Cleveland National Forest or the vast, arid expanse of the Anza-Borrego Desert.		With just an hour’s drive, though, they could also visit the misty, pine-covered peaks of the Cuyamaca Mountains and Cleveland National Forest or the vast, arid expanse of the Anza-Borrego Desert.
	This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of choices of ways to connect with nature.		This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of choices of ways to connect with nature.



	Beyond boosting these various aspects of trauma-informed design, the location contributes in large, meaningful ways to the other major areas of development in this project as well:		Beyond boosting these various aspects of trauma-informed design, the location contributes in large, meaningful ways to the other major areas of development in this project as well:

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	Beyond boosting these various aspects of trauma-informed design, the location contributes in large, meaningful ways to the other major areas of development in this project as well:		Beyond boosting these various aspects of trauma-informed design, the location contributes in large, meaningful ways to the other major areas of development in this project as well:

	==== Therapeutic Artwork ====		=== Therapeutic Artwork ===

	~~The city consistently scores exceptionally high in rankings~~ for ~~recreational opportunities~~ and ~~arts~~ and ~~culture~~, ~~reflecting~~ the ~~abundance of activities~~ and ~~attractions available~~ to ~~residents~~ and ~~visitors~~.		Most of the Therapeutic Artwork modalities developed through this project rely heavily on the work of local female artists. This would not be possible were it not for the size and quality of the San Diego artists community, which was most recently estimated at the 11th-largest in the country. San Diego is also home to a number of prominent and well-regarded art festivals, such as the La Jolla Arts Festival and the Mission Federal ArtWalk, which make it significantly easier to locate top talent and the all-too-rare works of [[Healing High Art]].

	~~Although anecdotal, Share how easy it was to find participants for the Journey Gallery.~~		=== Animal Support ===

			Climate affects animal well-being and behavior even more than it affects that of humans, making the decision to build in San Diego one of the most significant animal-supportive measures taken. The ideal climate will help pets significantly, as even indoor cats in climate-controlled homes are sensitive to changes in barometric pressure, humidity, and noise that comes from inclement weather, leading to agitation and anxiety, but fortunately those problems are all but absent in San Diego.
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	~~==== Animal Support ====~~		The city consistently scores exceptionally high in rankings for recreational opportunities and arts and culture, reflecting the abundance of activities and attractions available to residents and visitors.

	~~The climate will also help pets—even indoor cats are sensitive to changes in barometric pressure, humidity, and noise that comes from inclement weather~~, ~~leading~~ to ~~agitation and anxiety~~.		Although anecdotal, Share how easy it was to find participants for the Journey Gallery.

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	San Diego is a microcosm of excellence across a wide range of measures, many of which contribute to its natural beauty in ways that also help people recover from trauma.		San Diego is a microcosm of excellence across a wide range of measures, many of which contribute to its natural beauty in ways that also help people recover from trauma.

Chris at 13:22, 13 August 2025

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	This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of choices of ways to connect with nature.		This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of choices of ways to connect with nature.

	Beyond boosting these various aspects of trauma-informed design, the location ~~also~~ contributes in large, meaningful ways to the other		Beyond boosting these various aspects of trauma-informed design, the location contributes in large, meaningful ways to the other major areas of development in this project as well:


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	~~San Diego is a microcosm~~ of ~~excellence across a wide range of measures, many of which contribute to its natural beauty~~ in ~~ways that also help people recover from trauma.~~

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	The climate will also help pets—even indoor cats are sensitive to changes in barometric pressure, humidity, and noise that comes from inclement weather, leading to agitation and anxiety.		The climate will also help pets—even indoor cats are sensitive to changes in barometric pressure, humidity, and noise that comes from inclement weather, leading to agitation and anxiety.

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			San Diego is a microcosm of excellence across a wide range of measures, many of which contribute to its natural beauty in ways that also help people recover from trauma.

Chris at 13:18, 13 August 2025

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	With just an hour’s drive, though, they could also visit the misty, pine-covered peaks of the Cuyamaca Mountains and Cleveland National Forest or the vast, arid expanse of the Anza-Borrego Desert.		With just an hour’s drive, though, they could also visit the misty, pine-covered peaks of the Cuyamaca Mountains and Cleveland National Forest or the vast, arid expanse of the Anza-Borrego Desert.
	This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of choices of ways to connect with nature.		This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of choices of ways to connect with nature.

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Chris at 13:13, 13 August 2025

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	In fact, for each of the four aforementioned areas where we focused our efforts to implement trauma-informed design through architecture and environmental design, San Diego contributed in ways that help on a much larger scale.		In fact, for each of the four aforementioned areas where we focused our efforts to implement trauma-informed design through architecture and environmental design, San Diego contributed in ways that help on a much larger scale.

	==== Safety & Security ====		=== Safety & Security ===

	San Diego has long been one of the [https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/04/22/san-diego-safest-large-cities-again/ safest large cities] in the country with comparatively low rates of violent crime, and overall crime rates that have been decreasing steadily for years.		San Diego has long been one of the [https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/04/22/san-diego-safest-large-cities-again/ safest large cities] in the country with comparatively low rates of violent crime, and overall crime rates that have been decreasing steadily for years.
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	San Diego also has a strong and well-supplied healthcare workforce, with more than 10 hospitals within 10 miles of Haven House and Cloud Nine Studios. There is a high concentration of top-tier medical expertise available, even for For complex and serious conditions, as San Diego is also home to a number of highly-ranked hospitals, such as UC San Diego Health, which is recognized nationally for its specialty care.		San Diego also has a strong and well-supplied healthcare workforce, with more than 10 hospitals within 10 miles of Haven House and Cloud Nine Studios. There is a high concentration of top-tier medical expertise available, even for For complex and serious conditions, as San Diego is also home to a number of highly-ranked hospitals, such as UC San Diego Health, which is recognized nationally for its specialty care.

	==== Healthy Habits & Harmony ====		=== Healthy Habits & Harmony ===

	In most places, inclement weather regularly depresses mood and prevents outdoor activities, causing lower levels of serotonin, dopamine, and endorphins.		In most places, inclement weather regularly depresses mood and prevents outdoor activities, causing lower levels of serotonin, dopamine, and endorphins.
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	Furthermore, although hard to quantify by any single study, San Diego is consistently rated as one of [https://happy-city-index.com/ happiest] and [https://www.travelandleisure.com/san-diego-named-friendliest-city-in-usa-11717242 friendliest] cities. The fact that all residents of San Diego enjoy so many advantages compounds to form additional benefits, which helps contribute to a greater sense of community well-being, which, on an individual level, can lead to lower levels of stress and anxiety and improve chances that interactions with others in the community will be positive.		Furthermore, although hard to quantify by any single study, San Diego is consistently rated as one of [https://happy-city-index.com/ happiest] and [https://www.travelandleisure.com/san-diego-named-friendliest-city-in-usa-11717242 friendliest] cities. The fact that all residents of San Diego enjoy so many advantages compounds to form additional benefits, which helps contribute to a greater sense of community well-being, which, on an individual level, can lead to lower levels of stress and anxiety and improve chances that interactions with others in the community will be positive.

	==== Choice, Comfort, & Privacy ====		=== Choice, Comfort, & Privacy ===

	Often considered the city with the most consistently pleasant weather in the continental U.S. It boasts a mild, Mediterranean climate with comfortable temperatures year-round, low humidity, and, by many measurements, the largest number of perfect-weather days per year.		Often considered the city with the most consistently pleasant weather in the continental U.S. It boasts a mild, Mediterranean climate with comfortable temperatures year-round, low humidity, and, by many measurements, the largest number of perfect-weather days per year.
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	Unpleasant weather or difficulty breathing isn’t just inconvenient; for those recovering from trauma, personal discomfort that cannot be alleviated is a constant drain on mental resources and can lead to feelings of powerlessness and hopelessness. Conversely, the effortless personal comfort that many will feel simply by living in this area will boost the efficacy of therapy through decreased distractions, increased energy levels, elevated moods, and an increased sense of self-efficacy.		Unpleasant weather or difficulty breathing isn’t just inconvenient; for those recovering from trauma, personal discomfort that cannot be alleviated is a constant drain on mental resources and can lead to feelings of powerlessness and hopelessness. Conversely, the effortless personal comfort that many will feel simply by living in this area will boost the efficacy of therapy through decreased distractions, increased energy levels, elevated moods, and an increased sense of self-efficacy.

	==== Nature & Beauty ====		=== Nature & Beauty ===

	San Diego’s natural beauty is a defining characteristic of the city, which is best known for its coastline of over 70 miles of dramatic bluffs, hidden coves, and world-class beaches.		San Diego’s natural beauty is a defining characteristic of the city, which is best known for its coastline of over 70 miles of dramatic bluffs, hidden coves, and world-class beaches.

Chris at 13:12, 13 August 2025

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	In many projects, location is not considered as a design factor since it cannot be controlled; however, in this case, the choice to build in San Diego was deliberate and the most expensive single decision made on the project.		In many projects, location is not considered as a design factor since it cannot be controlled; however, in this case, the choice to build in San Diego was deliberate and the most expensive single decision made on the project.
			It was likely the single most impactful design choice as well, because San Diego is one of the best locations for trauma recovery in the world, with no significant geographical drawbacks and dozens of positive qualities that few other locations can match.
	~~However, it~~ was likely the single most impactful design choice as well, because San Diego is one of the best locations for trauma recovery in the world, with no significant geographical drawbacks and dozens of positive qualities that few other locations can match.

	San Diego earns its nickname of “America’s Finest City” by consistently ranking at or near the top of cities nationally and worldwide in nearly all measurable ways, including individual well-being, community well-being, and quality of life. This means that people coming from other areas are extremely likely to experience significant improvements in several aspects of life merely by being in San Diego, and many of these improvements provide powerful therapeutic benefits that amplify the efficacy of therapy and facilitate trauma recovery. <!-- directly contribute to trauma recovery. -->		San Diego earns its nickname of “America’s Finest City” by consistently ranking at or near the top of cities nationally and worldwide in nearly all measurable ways, including individual well-being, community well-being, and quality of life. This means that people coming from other areas are extremely likely to experience significant improvements in several aspects of life merely by being in San Diego, and many of these improvements provide powerful therapeutic benefits that amplify the efficacy of therapy and facilitate trauma recovery. <!-- directly contribute to trauma recovery. -->

Chris: /* Nature & Beauty */

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	Close to home, residents can kayak alongside sea lions at La Jolla Cove, spot migrating gray whales from the cliffs of Point Loma, or explore the kelp forests and tide pools at Cabrillo National Monument.		Close to home, residents can kayak alongside sea lions at La Jolla Cove, spot migrating gray whales from the cliffs of Point Loma, or explore the kelp forests and tide pools at Cabrillo National Monument.
	With just an hour’s drive, though, they could also visit the misty, pine-covered peaks of the Cuyamaca Mountains and Cleveland National Forest or the vast, arid expanse of the Anza-Borrego Desert.		With just an hour’s drive, though, they could also visit the misty, pine-covered peaks of the Cuyamaca Mountains and Cleveland National Forest or the vast, arid expanse of the Anza-Borrego Desert.
	This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of ~~opportunities~~ to connect with nature.		This is a rare combination of options for any single metro area—and part of the reason San Diego County is the [https://www.kpbs.org/news/2024/11/01/nature-san-diego-americas-wildest-city most biologically diverse county] in America, giving residents an abundance of choices of ways to connect with nature.
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Chris: /* Choice, Comfort, & Privacy */

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	Often considered the city with the most consistently pleasant weather in the continental U.S. It boasts a mild, Mediterranean climate with comfortable temperatures year-round, low humidity, and, by many measurements, the largest number of perfect-weather days per year.		Often considered the city with the most consistently pleasant weather in the continental U.S. It boasts a mild, Mediterranean climate with comfortable temperatures year-round, low humidity, and, by many measurements, the largest number of perfect-weather days per year.
	~~A resident moving to~~ San Diego has a >99% ~~chance~~ to ~~experience a more pleasant climate~~.		San Diego has a more pleasant climate than >99% of the rest of the world, which means that almost everyone coming from other areas will be more comfortable in San Diego, often significantly so. Furthermore, while cities already typically have less pollen than rural areas, San Diego has the one of the [https://aafa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/aafa-2025-allergy-capitals-report.pdf lowest pollen counts] of the largest cities in the US, making it easier to breathe, sleep, relax, and exercise.

	Furthermore, San Diego has the one of the [https://aafa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/aafa-2025-allergy-capitals-report.pdf lowest pollen counts] of the largest cities in the US, making it easier to breathe, sleep, relax, and exercise.		Unpleasant weather or difficulty breathing isn’t just inconvenient; for those recovering from trauma, personal discomfort that cannot be alleviated is a constant drain on mental resources and can lead to feelings of powerlessness and hopelessness. Conversely, the effortless personal comfort that many will feel simply by living in this area will boost the efficacy of therapy through decreased distractions, increased energy levels, elevated moods, and an increased sense of self-efficacy.

	Unpleasant weather isn’t just inconvenient; for those recovering from trauma, personal discomfort that cannot be alleviated is a constant drain on mental resources and can lead to feelings of powerlessness and hopelessness. Conversely, effortless personal comfort ~~significantly adds to a~~ sense of self-efficacy.

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	The ideal climate also makes it easier to grow food, and San Diego County has [https://www.rcdsandiego.org/farming-ranching more small farms and more organic producers] than any other county in America. More delicious fruit and vegetables makes eating healthy easier and more enjoyable.		The ideal climate also makes it easier to grow food, and San Diego County has [https://www.rcdsandiego.org/farming-ranching more small farms and more organic producers] than any other county in America. More delicious fruit and vegetables makes eating healthy easier and more enjoyable.

	Furthermore, although hard to quantify by any single study, San Diego is consistently rated as one of [https://happy-city-index.com/ happiest] and [https://www.travelandleisure.com/san-diego-named-friendliest-city-in-usa-11717242 friendliest] cities. The fact that all residents of San Diego enjoy so many advantages compounds to form additional benefits, which helps contribute to a greater sense of community well-being, ~~and~~ on an individual level, can lead to lower levels of stress and anxiety and improve chances that interactions with others in the community will be positive.		Furthermore, although hard to quantify by any single study, San Diego is consistently rated as one of [https://happy-city-index.com/ happiest] and [https://www.travelandleisure.com/san-diego-named-friendliest-city-in-usa-11717242 friendliest] cities. The fact that all residents of San Diego enjoy so many advantages compounds to form additional benefits, which helps contribute to a greater sense of community well-being, which, on an individual level, can lead to lower levels of stress and anxiety and improve chances that interactions with others in the community will be positive.

	==== Choice, Comfort, & Privacy ====		==== Choice, Comfort, & Privacy ====